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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
Optimal lineups are generated to demonstrate groups of players that work well together. This should be used only as a thought-starter for your lineups. This lineup may not conform to exact requirements of DraftKings (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the MLB FanDuel Optimizer.
| P | Jacob deGrom |
| C/1B | Neil Walker |
| 2B | Ozzie Albies |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Matt Chapman |
| OF One | Victor Reyes |
| OF Two | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Three | Tyler O’Neill |
| Util | Khris Davis |
| Salary | $33,700 |
| Expected Points | 132.45 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,700 | 39.84 | 3.72 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,000 | 38.91 | 3.54 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,200 | 37.95 | 3.72 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $8,100 | 31.42 | 3.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Voth | CHC | $6,400 | 25.34 | 3.96 |
| Martín Pérez | TOR | $6,900 | 26.94 | 3.90 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $8,100 | 31.42 | 3.88 |
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $7,600 | 29.07 | 3.83 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,900 | 12.45 | 4.29 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,500 | 12.21 | 3.49 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 12.02 | 2.73 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,600 | 11.91 | 2.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,300 | 10.60 | 4.61 |
| Matt Wieters | CHC | $2,200 | 9.56 | 4.35 |
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,900 | 12.45 | 4.29 |
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,400 | 9.87 | 4.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,300 | 10.86 | 3.29 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,200 | 10.49 | 3.28 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $3,300 | 10.45 | 3.17 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,700 | 10.36 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,300 | 9.74 | 4.24 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,200 | 8.51 | 3.87 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,200 | 7.89 | 3.59 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $2,700 | 9.65 | 3.58 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,400 | 12.74 | 3.75 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 12.54 | 2.99 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,100 | 12.29 | 3.00 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,000 | 12.18 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Barreto | SEA | $2,100 | 9.07 | 4.32 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,900 | 10.91 | 3.76 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,400 | 12.74 | 3.75 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,900 | 10.73 | 3.70 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,800 | 13.58 | 3.57 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 12.66 | 2.88 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,300 | 12.12 | 2.82 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,300 | 11.90 | 2.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,400 | 10.51 | 4.38 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,500 | 9.69 | 3.87 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,100 | 11.34 | 3.66 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,500 | 8.92 | 3.57 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,500 | 13.77 | 3.06 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 13.56 | 2.83 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,300 | 13.47 | 3.13 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,300 | 13.33 | 4.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,100 | 9.70 | 4.62 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,500 | 11.45 | 4.58 |
| Tyler O’Neill | WSH | $2,300 | 10.35 | 4.50 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,700 | 11.98 | 4.44 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.